OUWBSOM Manager for Corporate Relations

Benefits of Working at Oakland University

Oakland University offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefit program including a comprehensive medical plan with low contribution amounts for our employees, dental and vision plans at no cost for our employees, generous paid time off plans, a generous University contribution to our 403(b) retirement plan, tuition assistance for our employees and dependents, free access to our Campus Recreation Center and workout facilities, and flexible work schedules and wellness programs.

These are current benefit levels subject to future changes. Oakland University offers a strong, University-wide commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, which has garnered national recognition as a top workplace for LGBTQ+ community members; national recognition as a safe workplace, and consistent top ranking for support services to U.S. Military veteran students.

First consideration will be given to those who apply by June 11, 2026.

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ progressively responsible experience in development and fund raising, preferably with several years of experience in a college/university or School of Medicine setting.
• Demonstrated success in obtaining gifts of $25,000 and above with a focus on corporate relationship.
• Experience working with fundraising advisory boards and volunteers.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with high-capacity corporate donors and prospects, corporate executives, and foundation officers.
• Thorough knowledge of the major gifts fundraising process and an understanding of corporate sponsor ships.
• Knowledge of Advancement related software and databases and their application to development and fundraising activities.
• Requirements could include evening meetings, special event attendance and/or travel.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and driving record acceptable to the University by the University’s insurance carrier.

• Master’s Degree

Reporting directly to the Sr. Director of Philanthropy OUWB SOM , the Manager of Corporate Relations will conduct corporate gift fundraising activities for OUWB and the OU schools of Health. This unique position primarily manages a corporate portfolio, overseeing the fundraising process for an assigned portfolio of prospects and donors and conducting activities leading to gifts of $25,000 and above for identified goals and programs.

The candidate will be responsible for aspects of corporate fundraising for OUWB, SON and SHS which includes corporate research, sponsorship cultivation and solicitation, sponsorship benefits fulfillment, and working with the corporate advancement team to support broad based solicitation strategies and projects.